Baa Baa Black Sheep 1976
What is Baa Baa Black Sheep?
Baa Baa Black Sheep is a television series that presents a dramatized account of events occurring during the Second World War. The program focuses on the experiences of United States Marine Corps Major Gregory Pappy Boyington and the members of his unit, Marine Attack Squadron 214.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1976
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 36
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Sep 21, 1976
- Last aired
- Apr 6, 1978
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- US
- Networks
- NBC
- Genres
- Action & Adventure, Drama, War & Politics
- Updated
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Baa Baa Black Sheep is a television series that presents a dramatized account of events occurring during the Second World War. The program focuses on the experiences of United States Marine Corps Major Gregory Pappy Boyington and the members of his unit, Marine Attack Squadron 214. The squadron is also known by the nickname The Black Sheep Squadron. The narrative follows the military adventures of these individuals as they operate within the context of the global conflict. By centering on the leadership of Boyington and the collective actions of his pilots, the series explores the historical and tactical operations associated with this specific aviation group. The show serves as a dramatization of the real-life service of these Marine Corps personnel, highlighting their roles and contributions throughout the war. Each episode depicts the challenges faced by the squadron as they engage in aerial combat and navigate the complexities of their military assignments. The series remains a notable portrayal of the squadron and its commander in the history of television dramas.
Should you watch it?
“A daring WWII fighter squadron led by charismatic Major Boyington soars through combat.”
- Exciting aerial combat sequences
- Charismatic lead character
- Authentic WWII setting
- Dramatized portrayal may differ from actual history
- TV‑PG rating limits graphic intensity
Watch it if you enjoy high‑octane WWII aviation drama with a strong lead.
The series presents war‑time action and drama suitable for a TV‑PG audience.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 23 episodes
- E1 Flying Misfits Sep 21, 1976
- E2 Best Three Out of Five Sep 23, 1976
- E3 Small War Sep 28, 1976
- E4 High Jinx Oct 5, 1976
- E5 Prisoners of War Oct 12, 1976
- E6 Presumed Dead Oct 26, 1976
- E7 The Meatball Circus Nov 9, 1976
- E8 Up for Grabs Nov 16, 1976
- E9 Anyone for Suicide? Nov 23, 1976
- E10 New Georgia on My Mind Nov 30, 1976
- E11 The Cat's Whiskers Dec 7, 1976
- E12 Love and War Dec 14, 1976
- E13 The War Biz Warrior Jan 4, 1977
- E14 The Deadliest Enemy of All: Part 1 Jan 11, 1977
- E15 The Deadliest Enemy of All: Part 2 Jan 18, 1977
- E16 Devil in the Slot Jan 25, 1977
- E17 Five the Hard Way Feb 1, 1977
- E18 The Last Mission Over Sengai Feb 8, 1977
- E19 Trouble at Fort Apache Feb 15, 1977
- E20 Poor Little Lambs Feb 22, 1977
- E21 W*A*S*P*S Mar 1, 1977
- E22 Last One for Hutch Mar 8, 1977
- E23 The Fastest Gun Mar 22, 1977
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Divine Wind Dec 14, 1977
- E2 The 200 Pound Gorilla Dec 21, 1977
- E3 The Hawk Flies on Sunday Dec 28, 1977
- E4 Wolves in the Sheep Pen Jan 4, 1978
- E5 Operation Stand-Down Jan 11, 1978
- E6 Ten'll Get You Five Jan 18, 1978
- E7 Forbidden Fruit Feb 22, 1978
- E8 Fighting Angels Mar 1, 1978
- E9 The Iceman Mar 8, 1978
- E10 Hotshot Mar 15, 1978
- E11 The Show Must Go On... Sometimes Mar 23, 1978
- E12 Sheep in the Limelight Mar 30, 1978
- E13 A Little Bit of England Apr 6, 1978
Frequently asked questions
What is the premise of Baa Baa Black Sheep?
The show dramatizes the World War II adventures of US Marine Major Gregory “Pappy” Boyington and his Black Sheep Squadron.
When did the series originally air?
It aired on NBC from September 23 1976 until 1978.
Is the series based on real events?
Yes, it is inspired by the actual exploits of Marine Attack Squadron 214 during World II.
What genres describe the series?
It is classified as action‑adventure, drama, and war‑politics.
Why does the series have two titles?
The show was renamed Black Sheep Squadron for its second season.